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The USS Enterprise suffers engine damage from an unknown object, prompting Lieutenant Spock to lead an investigation. The object is identified as an ancient interstellar probe of terrestrial origin, specifically an automobile once owned by Elon Musk. This revelation raises concerns about the potential violation of historical artifact preservation. The incident highlights flaws in the AI crash avoidance system, which failed to prevent the collision. The crew faces the possibility of repercussions for damaging a significant piece of history.
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"Officer Sulu, what's our status?"

"Damage to the engine sir."

"By whom, the Romulans?"

"We don't know sir."

"Was anyone hurt?"

"No sir."

"Lieutenant Spock, lead a team to investigate this incident; I want a full report for Star Fleet Command."

"Yes sir."

Lieutenant Spock conducts the investigation. An unknown object is discovered to have punctured the USS Enterprise, causing some damage to the vessel. Upon analysis and research of this object, Lieutenant Spock determines that it is of terrestrial origin.

"Strange..."

"There's more"

"What is it Spock?"

"It appears that this object is an ancient interstellar probe launched in the early years of Star Fleet Command."

"You mean..."

"Yes sir, we've been hit.."

"By ourselves?"

"Yes sir."
 
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Better still. "The object seems to be an automobile. History says it belonged to a man named Elon Musk."
 
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dansmith170 said:
"It appears that this object is an ancient interstellar probe launched in the early years of Star Fleet Command."
"We may get into trouble for ruining an artifact of great historical value."
 
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anorlunda said:
Better still. "The object seems to be an automobile. History says it belonged to a man named Elon Musk."
So much for the AI crash avoidance system.
Doesn't even work on the USS Enterprise.
 
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